IKEA FCF186/44 manual Helpful hints and tips, Hints for energy saving

ENGLISH 8

To freeze fresh foods it is not necessary to change the medium setting.

However, for a faster freezing operation, turn the temperature regulator toward higher set- tings to obtain the maximum coldness.

Important! In this condition, the refrigerator compartment temperature might drop below 0°C. If this occurs reset the temperature regulator to a warmer setting.

Freezing Calendar

1-2 3-4 3-6 3-6 3-6

3-6 10-12 10-12 10-12 10-12

The symbols show different types of frozen goods.

The numbers indicate storage times in months for the appropriate types of frozen goods. Whether the upper or lower value of the indicated storage time is valid depends on the quality of the foods and treating be- fore freezing.

Storage of frozen food

When first starting-up or after a period out of use, before putting the products in the com- partment let the appliance run at least 2 hours on the higher settings.

Helpful hints and tips

Hints for energy saving

•Do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary.

•If the ambient temperature is high, the temperature regulator is on the higher set- ting and the appliance is fully loaded, the compressor may run continuously, causing frost or ice on the evaporator. If this hap- pens, turn the temperature regulator to- ward lower settings to allow automatic de- frosting and so a saving in electricity con- sumption.

Important! In the event of accidental defrosting, for example due to a power failure, if the power has been off for longer than the value shown in the technical characteristics chart under "rising time", the defrosted food must be consumed quickly or cooked immediately and then re-frozen (after cooling).

Thawing

Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in the refrigerator com- partment or at room temperature, depending on the time available for this operation.

Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer: in this case, cooking will take longer.

Ice-cube production

This appliance is equipped with one tray for the production of ice-cubes.

1.Fill the tray with water.

2.Put the tray in the freezer compartment

Important! Do not use metallic instruments to remove the tray from the freezer.

Hints for fresh food refrigeration

To obtain the best performance:

•Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator.

•Do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong flavour.

•Position food so that air can circulate freely around it.

Hints for refrigeration

•Meat (all types) : wrap in polythene bags and place on the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer.